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Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool). 5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage. 6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided. 7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used. 11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. 2

Important Safety Instructions F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk. 3

Before You Begin Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Your t 2453 operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones. About Caller Identification (Caller ID) Your t 2453 has a caller ID(CID) with call waiting feature that works with service from your local phone service provider. caller ID with call waiting lets you see who s calling before you answer the phone, even when you re on another call. You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone service provider if: You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service) You have only caller ID service, or only caller waiting service. You don t subscribe to any caller ID or call waiting services. You can use this product with regular caller ID service, and you can use this product s other features without subscribing to either caller ID or combined caller ID with call waiting service. There are fees for caller ID services, and they may not be available in all areas. This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment. 4

Before You Begin Parts Check List: 1. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. AC Power Adaptor 4. Telephone Line Cord 5. Battery 6. Belt Clip 7. User s Manual To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. 5

Installation Getting Started Before You Install 1. Choose a location for the base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (110v AC) not controlled by a wall switch. 2. Install the handset battery. Use only the provided VTech battery, or equivalent. a). Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins, then snap the plug into place. b). Place the battery in the compartment with the wires in the lower right corner. Angle the top of the battery under the top claws first, then snap the bottom of the pack in. Place the wires under the guide, located below the battery. c). Replace cover by sliding it up into place. d). If the battery is not already charged, please the handset in its base when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance. a c 6

Installation 3. Attach belt clip to the cordless handset (optional). Getting Started To attach To remove Table/Desk Installation Standard electrical outlet Modular telephone jack After charging the battery for at least 12 hours, connect the telephone line cord. Connect the power cord. NOTE: Install the base unit away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. 7

Installation Getting Started 4. Charge the Handset Battery Place the handset in the base. Charge the battery for at least 15 hours the first time. NOTE: If the phone will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. 5. Check for Dial Tone After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE; you should hear a dial tone. 6. Set the Dial Mode If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is charged. If you have pulse (rotary) service, you ll need to change the dial mode. Press PROG. Press or until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the currently selected mode. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks. Press to select TONE or PULSE. Press SELECT to save. 7. Set Time and Date If you subscribe to CID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming call. If you do not have CID service, you can set the date and time manually: Press PROG/CHAN, then press or until DATE/TIME is displayed. Press SELECT. The month is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct month. Press SELECT. The day is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct day. Press SELECT. The hour is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct hour. Press SELECT. The minute is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct minute. Press SELECT. AM or PM is flashing. Press or to choose between AM or PM. Press SELECT. 8. Set Language Mode Press PROG/CHAN, then press or until LANGUAGE is displayed. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks. Press or until the screen displays the correct language (English, Espanol or French). Press SELECT to save your selection. 8

Installation Your t 2453 base unit is designed to mount on a standard telephone wall plate. Wall mounting is optional. Getting Started 1 2 3 1. Open the hinged wall mount bracket on the underside of the base, then swivel it down and lock it into place as shown in the diagram above. 2. Run the power and telephone cords through the slot, then connect them to the jacks located on the underside of the base. 3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. If the battery has not been previously charged, place the handset in the base, and allow it to charge for 15 hours (or overnight). Connect the telephone line cord to the wall jack. 4. Mount the base on the wall. Position the base unit so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket. Slide the base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks into place. 9

Telephone Operation Handset Operation Basic Operation Answer a Call Press any key except OFF. Hold Press to put a call on hold. Press again to release hold. -OR- Use the extension phone to pick up the call. Make a Call Press PHONE, then dial the number. -OR- Dial the number (use to backspace and make corrections), then press PHONE to call. Flash/Call Waiting Access special telephone company subscriber services. During a call, press to receive an incoming call, if call waiting is activated. Channel Switch to a clear channel while on a call. Delete While handset is in idle mode, press and hold to delete all records in the call log. When viewing the call log, press to delete the current record displayed. Program Enter programming mode with handset idle (on hook). Handset Volume Adjust the volume while on a call. A double beep will sound when you reach the maximum or minimum setting. Select Use SELECT in conjunction with PROG during handset programming. End a Call Press OFF. -OR- Place handset in it base. Exit Programming Cancel a Page Redial Press PHONE, then press RE- DIAL/PAUSE to call the last number dialed (up to 32 digits). -OR- Press REDIAL/PAUSE, then press PHONE to call the last number dialed. Press REDIAL/PAUSE twice to delete the last number dialed. Pause Press REDIAL/PAUSE to inset a pause when entering numbers. 10

Telephone Operation In Use/Charging Flashes in unison with inbound calls. Flashes slowly when the handset is in use. Flashes rapidly when a call is on hold. Glows steadily when the handset is charging. Basic Operation Page Press to page the handset for up to 60 seconds. Press again, or press OFF on handset, or place handset in base to cancel the page. 11

Telephone Operation Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save You can select from four different handset ringer styles, or turn the ringer off and extend the battery life. 1. With the handset in OFF mode, press PROG/CHAN. 2. Press until the screen displays RINGER:. 3. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring. 4. Press or to select RINGER: 1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF. You will hear a sample of each ring tone. 5. Press SELECT to choose the displayed ringer setting. Basic Operation Temporary Tone Dialing If you have pulse (rotary) service, you can change from dial pulse to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing * TONE. This is useful if you need to send touch tone signals for access to telephone banking or long distance services. 1. Dial the number. 2. Press * TONE. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals. 3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service. Headset Jack You can use this telephone handsfree when you install any VTech 2.5 mm headset, purchased separately. Plug the headset into the jack located on the right side of the handset (under the small rubber flap). Do not force the connection, but make sure the plug fits securely. 12

Telephone Operation Operating Range This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and base can communicate over only a certain distance which can vary with the locations of the base and handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office. If you receive a call while you are out of range, the handset might not ring or if it does ring, the call might not connect when you press PHONE. Move closer to the base, then press PHONE to answer the call. If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or interference. To improve reception, move closer to the base. If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your phone will be left off the hook. To hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF. Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: Screen Displays: When ** RINGING ** CONNECTING... When: There is a call coming in. The handset is waiting for dial tone. Basic Operation PHONE ON ** PAGING ** HOLD BATTERY LOW SCANNING... NO CONNECT RINGER OFF The handset is in use. The base is paging the handset. There is a call on hold. The battery needs to be recharged. The handset is changing to another of the 30 channels available. Displays and a sad tone sounds when the base power is off and PHONE is pressed. The handset ringer is turned off. 13

Telephone Memory You can store up to nine numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24 digits in each location) you dial frequently into the speed dial memory locations you assign (1 through 9) in each handset. You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions. NOTES: The entries you stored in speed dial memory will be marked with 01 through 09 in the telephone directory. Press OFF at any time to exit memory dial mode. Basic Operation Store a Number/Name in Memory: 1. Press PROG on the handset. 2. Press or until the screen displays SPEED DIAL. 3. Press SEL. The screen displays ENTER 1-9. NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds, and you cannot store a new number until you delete a record in speed dial memory or telephone directory. 4. Press the key (1 through 9) for the memory location where you want to store this entry.if the selected location is empty, the screen displays ENTER NAME. NOTE: If the location is not empty, your new entry will be stored in place of the old and the first entry will be deleted. Take caution to not save over entries you do not wish to delete from memory. 5. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you re storing with the number. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add a space. Presses Dial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 2 A B C 2 3 D E F 3 4 G H I 4 5 J K L 5 6 M N O 6 7 P Q R S 7 8 T U V 8 9 W X Y Z 9 0 0 * * # &, -. # 14

Speed Dialing 6. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER. 7. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence. -OR- Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone. 8. Press SELECT or PROG to store your entry. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting. 9. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern. 10. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, a D will be displayed with the directory entry. Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to edit. 2. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SELECT. Then press or until EDIT flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 01 3. Press SELECT. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the end of the name. Use, and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to move on to edit the number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press SELECT to move to edit the distinctive ring setting. 4. Press SELECT to save. Basic Operation Delete a Number/Name Stored in Memory 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to delete. 2. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press SELECT. Then press or until ERASE flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 01 3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number. 4. Press or until YES flashes. 5. Press SELECT. You ll hear a confirmation beep. Dial a Memory Number 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to dial. 2. Press PHONE to dial the displayed memory number. 15

Speed Dialing Reassign Locations in Memory 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to reassign. 2. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, press SELECT. Thenpress until SPEED flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 01 3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9. 4. Press the keys (1 through 9) to reassign this entry into another memory location. You ll hear a confirmation beep. Basic Operation 16

Telephone Directory Your t 2453 can store 50 (including the nine speed dial entries) numbers with names (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number) in each handset. NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit directory. Store a Number/Name in the Directory 1. Press PROG. The screen displays DIRECTORY. 2. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER NAME. 3. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you re storing with the number. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add a space. Presses Presses Dial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6 Dial Key 4 5 1: 1 2: A B C 2 3: D E F 3 4: G H I 4 5: J K L 5 6: M N O 6 7: P Q R S 7 8: T U V 8 9: W X Y Z 9 0: 0 *: * #: &, -. # Basic Operation 4. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER. 5. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence. -OR- Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone. 6. Press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting. 7. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern. 17

Telephone Directory 8. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, a D will be displayed with the directory entry. NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds, and you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a stored number. Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory 1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY. 2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through the entries stored in the directory. -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to edit. 3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SELECT. Then press or until EDIT flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 Basic Operation 4. Press SELECT. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the end of the name. Use, and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to move on to edit the number. Use to back space and make corrections. Press SELECT to move on to edit the distinctive ring setting. 5. Press SELECT to save the edited information. Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory 1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY. 2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries in the directory. -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to delete. 3. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press SELECT. Then press or until ERASE flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 4. Press SELECT. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number. The current choice flashes. 5. Press or until YES flashes. 6. Press SELECT. You ll hear a confirmation beep. Dial a Number from the Directory 1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY. 2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory. 18

Telephone Directory -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial. 3. When the number you want to dial is displayed, press PHONE. Move a Number/Name to the Memory 1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY. 2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through directory. OR Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to move. 3. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press SELECT. Then press until SPEED flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 01 4. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9. 5. Press the key (1 through 9) to move this entry from the normal directory to the speed dial memory and assign the memory location. You ll hear a confirmation beep. A memory location number (01 through 09) will be displayed with this entry. Basic Operation 19

Caller ID Operation Caller s name Long distance call VTech L * 800-595-9511 5/01 AM NEW 5:40 OLD 28 PM Party has called 2 or more times Caller s telephone number Date of call Time of call Position of call in call history Basic Operation About Call History (Caller ID) Your t 2453 can store up to 50 calls in its caller ID memory. The most recent call will have the highest number. When the memory is full, the oldest call will be deleted to make room for new incoming call information. For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information between the first and second rings: Your caller s name (15 letters are sent by your telephone company). The caller s area code and telephone number. The time and date of the call. The repeat tag (*) in the upper right corner, indicating the party has called more than once. If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will not be in the call history. NOTE: Each handset's call log is independent from the other handset. For example, when you delete one or all call log entries in one handset, they will not be deleted from the other handset. Review Call History 1. Press (CID) to view call history. 2. Use and to scroll through records in call history. NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit call history. Delete Records from Call History Delete a Specific Call: 1. Locate the record you want to delete from call history. 2. Press DELETE. You ll hear a confirmation beep. Delete All Calls: 1. With the handset in idle (OFF) mode, press and hold DELETE. The screen displays ERASE ALL NO YES. The current choice flashes. 2. Press until YES flashes. 3. Press SELECT. You ll hear a confirmation beep. 20

Caller ID Operation Dial a Displayed Number 1. Locate the record in call history that you want to dial. 2. If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press #. The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number). 3. Press SELECT. Press until DIAL flashes. DIAL PROGRAM 8005959511 5/01 5:40 PM OLD28 4. Press SELECT again. The number is automatically dialed. OR When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, press PHONE. Store a Call History Record in the Directory 1. Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory. 2. If you wish to change how the number is stored, press #. The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number). 3. Press SELECT, then press until PROGRAM flashes. DIAL PROGRAM 8005959511 5/01 5:40 PM OLD28 Basic Operation 4. Press SELECT three times. The screen displays: DISTINCT RING? N 8005959511 5. Press or to select Y or N for distinctive ringer. 6. Press SELECT. You ll hear a confirmation beep. If you choose Y in step 5 a D will be displayed with the directory entry. 21

Caller ID Operation Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: When: PRIVATE UNKNOWN The other party is blocking name and/or number information. Your phone company is unable to receive information about this caller s name and/or number. * (after the name) This caller has called you more than once. Basic Operation 22

Answering System Operation At The Base Audible Indicators Your t 2453 telephone system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation. NOTE: The time will be set automatically with incoming caller ID data. If you do not subscribe to caller ID service (fee required), or simply wish to set the clock manually: Setting the clock 1. Make sure the answering system is on. 2. Press TIME/SET. The system announces the clock setting, then announces: To Set Day and Time, press TIME/SET. 3. Press TIME/SET. 4. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct day, then press TIME/SET. 5. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct hour, then press TIME/SET. 6. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct minute, then press TIME/SET. The system announces the current clock setting. To advance the minutes or years by increments of 10, press and hold CHANGE. About Mailboxes This answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by pressing 1, 2 or 3. Otherwise, messages will be recorded in Mailbox 1. About Announcements You can record two different announcements one for normal answering and one for when you ve set the system to play the announcement only. Use normal answering when you want the system to record callers messages. Use Announce Only when you want to give information to callers without accepting messages. If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with a pre-recorded announcement. The normal answering pre-recorded announcement says: Hello. I m unable to answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone. The Announce Only pre-recorded announcement says: Hello, I m unable to answer your call right now. Please call again. Thank you. By setting Announce Only to ON or OFF, you decide which announcement your callers will hear when the system answers a call (the system comes set for normal answering, with Announce Only turned off). See Set Announce Only, located in the Feature Summary chart later in this section, to change your announcement selection. Basic Operation 23

Answering System Operation At The Base Turn Answering System on or off Select a feature setting Enter Answering System feature setup and choose a feature to set... Review/change clock setting; confirm feature settings. Basic Operation Record Your Announcement Record outgoing announcements, and memos. NOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be sure to tell callers in your announcement to press 1,2, or 3 to leave a message in the appropriate mailbox. For example: Thank you for calling. To leave a message for Bob, press 1 now. To leave a message for Sue, press 2 now. To leave a message for Elmo, press 3 now. Or, wait for the beep, and leave your message. 1. Press MENU until you hear Record Outgoing Message. 2. Press REC/MEMO. After you hear Now recording followed by a beep, speak toward the base to record an announcement up to 90 seconds long. 3. Press any MAILBOX button to stop recording. The system plays back your recorded message. To review your announcement at any time: 1. Press MENU until you hear Record Outgoing Message. 2. Press any MAILBOX button. To delete your announcement: Press DELETE during announcement playback. The system will use the pre-recorded announcement until you record a new one. 24

Answering System Operation At The Base Setting Up Your Answering System You can set up one feature at a time, or you can set up a feature and then move on to set up another feature. 1. Make sure the answering system is on. 2. Press MENU until the system announces the feature you want to set. Refer to the Feature Summary below for a description of the features and your choices. 3. Press SELECT until the system announces the desired setting. 4. Press TIME/SET to confirm your selection. 5. Press MENU to move on to the next feature, or press a MAILBOX button to exit Feature Setup. Feature Summary Default settings indicated by *. System announces: Description/directions: Set Security Code 50 * Set Audible Message Alert Off * On Use SELECT to choose the remote access code you will use to access features and functions of the answering system from a touch tone phone. You can select any 2-digit code, from 40 to 99. NOTE: To advance the remote access code by 10, press and hold SELECT. When Message Alert is turned on, the base beeps once every 10 seconds when new messages have been received. Basic Operation Set Announce Only Off * On Set Base Ringer On * Off When you turn Announce Only On, callers hear your announcement, but cannot leave a message Turn the base ringer on or off. Set Number of Rings Choose how many times the phone will ring 2 before the system answers a call. 4 * With Toll Saver active, the system answers after two rings when you have new messages and after 6 four rings when you have no new messages. Toll Saver NOTE: You can exit Feature Setup at any time by pressing a MAILBOX button. 25

Answering System Operation At The Base Listen to, Save & Delete Messages The system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages).your caller can leave a message of up to 4 minutes in length. A MAILBOX key will flash to alert you to new, unplayed messages. If all messages in a mailbox have been reviewed, the key will glow steadily. A mailbox containing both old and new messages will play only the new messages first. After all new messages are played, press the MAILBOX key again to hear all messages. Before playing a message, the system announces the day and time it was received. While the message plays, the Message Window displays the number of the message. After playing the last message in a mailbox, the system announces End of messages. If the system has less than five minutes of recording time left, it announces remaining time. Basic Operation Note: When listening to your messages, if after the date and time stamp your system announces power failure it is alerting you that your date and time stamp is no longer accurate due to a power outage. you ll need to reset the clock. Message Window Press to skip to the next message; hold to speed up playback. Play Messages Press to play messages in a mailbox. Press again to stop playback. Press to repeat a message; hold to slow down playback. Delete Messages To delete a message, press DELETE while the message is playing. Press DELETE then press a MAILBOX button to delete all old messages in that mailbox. You cannot delete a message until it s been reviewed; deleted messages cannot be recovered. 26

Answering System Operation At The Base Call Screening/Intercept 1. Make sure the answering system is on, and set the message playback volume control above level 1 so you can hear the caller s message. 2. If you decide to take the call, press PHONE on the handset. 3. If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the announcement does not stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook. Record a Memo You can record a memo up to four minutes long, which is stored as an incoming message. 1. Press and release REC/MEMO. 2. Press a MAILBOX button to select a mailbox for the memo. After the beep, speak toward the microphone. The message window displays the length of your memo. 3. To stop recording, press the MAILBOX button again. Message Window Display Window Display: when: 0 No messages in any mailbox 1-99 Total number of messages in all mailboxes, or message number during message playback. 0-99 F Memory is full, or total number of messages is 99 Basic Operation 1 to 99 (Counting) Duration of memo recording. 99 (flashing) Length of recording is more than 99 seconds. 1-8 (on steady for Indicates volume level selected when VOLone second) or VOL+ is pressed. 40-99 Current Remote Access Code while setting. A On or OFF (steady for one second) CL Announce Only mode. Displayed when any setting is changed from on or off. Clock needs to be set. -- System is answering a call or is in remote operation. -- (flashing) System is in programming mode or initializing. 27

Answering System - Remote Access Connect with the Answering System You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone. 1. Dial your telephone number. 2. When the system answers, enter your Remote Access Code (preset to 50). The system beeps once and then announces the number of new messages. 3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands). 4. Press * 0 to exit remote operation. Voice Menu The system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press * 5 to hear the menu while remotely connected to the answering system. Basic Operation Remote Access Commands Function: Play messages in a mailbox Repeat a message Skip a message Command: Stop Press #5. Press #, then the appropriate mailbox number (1,2, or3). The system plays new messages. If there are no new messages, the system plays old messages. Press #4 while message is playing; press #4#4 to back up previous message. Press #6 while message is playing; each press advances up another message. Save messages Delete message Review announcement Record announcement Hang up. Press #9 while message is playing. Press #7; system plays announcement, then beeps. Press *7; after beep, record announcement, press #5 to stop. System plays back announcement. 28

Answering System - Remote Access Remote Access Commands (continued) Function: Function: Command: Record memo Command: End remote access call Press *0. Press *8, then mailbox number where you want memo recorded; speak after beep; press #5 when finished. Turn system off Press #0; the system announces, Answering machine off. Press # 0 again to turn the system back on. Turn system on When system is off, it answers after 10 rings and announces, Please enter your security code. Enter your remote access code. NOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access, the voice menu will be announced. After the voice menu announcement, if no key is pressed within 20 seconds, the remote access call will automatically end. Basic Operation 29

Batteries Battery Care and Maintenance A fully charged battery provides an average talk time of about six hours. The battery needs charging when: A new battery is installed in the handset. The phone beeps twice every five seconds. The screen displays BATTERY LOW and the low battery icon. Place the handset in the base so the CHARGING light turns on.the battery is typically fully charged in 15 hours. You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the base after each use. If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, the battery should be replaced. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the User s Manual. Basic Operation Replacing the Handset Battery 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing on the indentation and sliding the cover downward. 2. Lift out the old Battery and disconnect. 3. Align the two holes in the new battery s plug with the socket pins, and snap the plug into place. Snap the battery in the compartment, as described in Installation, on page 6. 4. Replace the cover by sliding it up into place. 5. The new battery must be charged before using the phone. Place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for at least 15 hours the first charge. The telephone might operate before that, but for best performance, let the battery charge fully. 1 3 4 30

In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communica- tions at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800- 267-7377. The phone doesn't work at all Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall jack. Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERY message or indication, the batteries need charging. No dial tone First try all the suggestions above. If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the base unit from the telephone jack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your local telephone company. You get noise, static, or a weak signal even when you're near the base unit Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base unit can sometimes cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the base unit to another outlet. You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you're away from the base unit You may be out of range. Either move closer to the base, or relocate the base unit. The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the base unit to another position. The handset does not ring when you receive a call Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this User s Manual. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in. You may be too far from the base unit. You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones. The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range. Try moving the base to another location, preferably on an upper floor. You hear other calls while using your phone Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company. You hear noise in the handset, and none of the keys or buttons work Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Additional Information 31

In Case Of Difficulty Common cure for electronic equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed): 1. Disconnect the power to the base. 2. Disconnect the handset battery, and spare battery, if applicable. 3. Wait a few minutes. 4. Connect power to the base. 5. Re-install the battery(ies). 6. Wait for the handset to re-establish its link with the base. To be safe, allow up to one minute for this to take place. Your answering system is not recording messages Make sure system is turned ON (the ON/OFF key is illuminated). Make sure the Announce Only feature is set to OFF. You cannot hear recorded messages Using the base volume control, raise the volume to a comfortable listening level. CL is flashing in the base Message Window Display: You need to set the day and time. Refer to the section(s) on setting day and time in this user s manual. Make sure Announce Only feature is set to OFF. If the system does not respond to commands from a remote touch tone phone: Make sure you are calling from a touch tone phone. When you dial a number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks instead, the phone is not a touch tone telephone. The answering system may not detect the Remote Access Code while your announcement is playing. Try waiting until the announcement is over before entering the code. Make sure you enter your Remote Access Code correctly. Additional Information 32

Maintenance Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms. Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind. Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water. If your base unit should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords. Additional Information 33

Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase ( Consumer or you ) that the product and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package ( Product ) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America. What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period ( Materially Defective Product )? During the limited warranty period, VTech s authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech s option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days. How long is the limited warranty period? The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE(1)YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; whichever is longer. What is not covered by this limited warranty? Additional Information This limited warranty does not cover 1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or 2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or 4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-vtech electrical accessories; or 34

Warranty Statement 5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or 6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes ); or 7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. How do you get warranty service?.. To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call. Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty. What must you return with the Product to get warranty service? 1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; 2. Include valid proof of purchase (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and 3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number. Other Limitations This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech s responsibilities regarding the product. There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification. State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Additional Information 35

Warranty Statement Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Additional Information 36

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. A label is located on the underside of the base unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone company. This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please visit us on web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications Inc.Customer service at 1-800- 595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. For repair/warranty information, the telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected. FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.however, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tv technician for help. FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Network adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required to provide you with the following information. Additional Information 37

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Additional Information 1. Product identifier and REN information The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. For equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by the phrase FCC Reg No. and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved after that date, the product identifier is preceded by US and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded in the product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an REN of 0.3. The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your local telephone company. 2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user s manual. This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. 3. Repair instructions If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty. 4. Rights of the telephone company If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 38

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If you do, please keep three things in mind: a We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature doesn t work. b This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature. c Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended. However, if you do make a call to an emergency number: You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up. Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the emergency services tend to be less busy. IC (Industry Canada) This telephone is registered for use in Canada. The term IC: before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment. Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1B. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Additional Information 39

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Your telephone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your handset and base unit can communicate only over a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the base unit and handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office. R The RBRC Seal R The RBRC Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada. Additional Information R The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area. R VTech s participation in RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery R at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY TM for information on Ni- Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. R RBRC is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. 40